Hinckley Concert Series
2024-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Hinckley Public Library, 100 N Maple Street, Hinckley, Illinois, 60520, United States
The Hinckley Historical Society invites the public to its summer band concert series at the Hinckley Community Building Park. The free concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. feature a variety of music in a Ravinia Style setting at 100 N Maple Street, Hinckley. Bring your lawn chair, snacks, and enjoy the small town atmosphere.

On Wednesday June 12, the NIU Steelband will provide a variety of music styles featuring the steelpan, the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago. The concert will present music from the Caribbean that will relax and soothe the sole.

On Thursday June 27, Shade Tree Music Company will perform country, pop, rock and patriotic music. The popular local group plays favorite tunes from various decades and will put you in the mood to celebrate our country’s birthday. The Hinckley Festival and Fireworks is planned for Saturday June 29.

On Tuesday July 16, Ed Wagner’s German Brass Band will entertain with polkas and waltzes from their repertoire of over 600 German, Austrian, and Czech music. The 8-piece group is the only authentic German Polka band in the Chicagoland area.

The series ends on Thursday August 15, when Gavin Coyle’s Irish Band entertains with traditional songs from Ireland and American Irish favorites. Gavin, a native of Derry, Northern Ireland, will captivate with his stories, songs, and instruments.

The Hinckley Historical Society concerts are meant to recall a time in our history when the community gathered to relax, enjoy free musical entertainment, and celebrate their successes. The concerts are made possible by grants from the Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation and Resource Bank.

For further information, contact Bob Pritchard (815-761-4058) or hinckleyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com

Music at the Mansion
2024-06-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-06-19 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-06-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Ellwood House, 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Free concerts at 7pm on select Wednesdays at the Ellwood House!

Summer nights in DeKalb just got a whole lot better! Join DeKalb Park District for FREE music, good vibes, and great company on select Wednesday evenings this summer with Music at the Mansion. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes – it’s going to be a blast! Plus, don’t miss out on the Bags Tournament on June 12 and 19.

DeKalb Farmers' Market
2024-06-13 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Van Buer Plaza, 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois, and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors. Cash, credit, and Link are accepted. They Link Match so Link card holders can purchase up to $50 worth of produce for $25! Visit the Information Booth on market days for Link tokens and Link Match to use at qualifying vendors.

Learn more at dekalb.org/dekalb-farmers-market/.

Summer Concert Series
2024-06-13 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-06-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Citizens Memorial Sports Complex, 435 Airport Road, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Immerse yourself in the magic of live music surrounded by the beauty of nature for an evening of great tunes and togetherness! FREE. Bring seating or a blanket. Food from the grill including burgers, hot dogs, and brats as well as snacks, beer, and wine are available for purchase (cash or credit).

Hopkins Park Dedication
2024-06-14 17:00 | Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join the celebration of the grand opening of the NEW Hopkins Park Playground and racquet courts!

Schedule of Activities5:00 pm Bike Parade from Hopkins Park Shelter to the Playground5:15 pm Dedication Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting5:30 – 8:00 pm Food trucks, games, pickleball/tennis competition, and more!Sunset Movie in the Park: Encanto (PG)

More Dedication DetailsBike Parade: Decorate your bike and join us for a bike parade from the Hopkins Park Shelter to the new playground, starting at 5:00 pm sharp! Bike parade participants will get to help cut the ribbon as part of the dedication ceremony.

Games & Activities: Build your own birdfeeder, scavenger hunt, balloon toss, sidewalk chalk art challenge, corn hole, DJ, and photo ops.

Pickleball/Tennis Tournament: Engage in friendly competition and test your skills with FREE Pickleball and Tennis Round-Robin Gameplay on the brand-new racquet courts. Pre-registration is required for both events and can be completed at dekalbparkdistrict.com

Food Trucks: The Press Box, Burritoville, and Sweet Butts

Movie in the Park: Encanto (PG) This family-friendly movie is shown on a giant inflatable movie screen near the Band Shell. The show starts when nature turns off the lights!

Flag Day Ceremony
2024-06-14 18:00 | DeKalb ELKS Veteran’s Memorial Plaza, 209 South Annie Glidden, Dekalb, IL, 60115, United States
The DeKalb Veterans Memorial and the DeKalb Elks Lodge 765 will be hosting a special Flag Day ceremony on Friday, June 14th, 2024. This special event will start at 6:00 PM.

The evening will start with the singing of the National Anthem by noted DeKalb entertainer Christine Wild Monteiro. Musical selections by members of the DeKalb Celebration Chorale. Part of the ceremony will be the importance of Flag Day presentation by DeKalb Elks ER James Brantley.

In addition to the speeches, there will be a special re-dedication of the World War I memorial. A new bench will be premiered honoring the United States Marine Corps sponsored by the Robert Unger Family.

The keynote speaker will be US Air Force SMSgt. Jari Villanueva (Retired). Mr. Villanueva was appointed in August of 2023, to be the Executive Director of The Doughboy Foundation, which supports programs, projects, and activities that educate the public about America’s participation in World War I. Mr. Villanueve and The Doughboy Foundation are based in Washington, DC.

This will be the official celebration for Flag Day for the greater DeKalb area, welcoming members of the community and city officials. Part of the evening event will include acknowledgment of the DeKalb American Legion “Be The One” campaign and information about local veteran support from the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). In attendance will be the DeKalb Scout Troop 33. The DeKalb Elks Lodge will host a social welcome to all in attendance after the ceremony. The Elks Lodge is located at 209 S Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb, Illinois.

Movie in the Park
2024-06-14 20:30 | Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Come out the second Friday of each month this summer for a FREE outdoor movie experience! Family-friendly movies are shown on a giant inflatable movie screen near the Hopkins Park Band Shell. The show starts when nature turns off the lights!

June 14 – Encanto (PG)

July 12 – Kung Fu Panda (PG)

August 9 – Wonka (PG)

Shabbona Farmer's Market
2024-06-15 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-22 08:00 - 12:00 | Purdy Park, 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL, 60550, United States
Come out to the Shabbona Farmer’s Market to shop and enjoy locally produced foods and crafts.

Electronics & Metal Recycling Event
2024-06-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Sycamore High School, 427 Spartan Trail, Sycamore, 60178, United States
On Saturday, June 15th from 9 AM to noon, DeKalb & Sycamore Townships will host a drive-thru electronic and metal recycling event in the parking lot of Sycamore High School, located at 427 Spartan Trail in Sycamore. This event is open to the General Public; all are invited to participate. Examples of acceptable items include electric razors, curling irons, stoves, walkie-talkies, lawnmowers, bicycles, battery-operated children’s toys, computer equipment, printers, vacuums, washers & dryers, television sets, tablets, bread makers, coffee machines, outdoor grills, telephones, chargers, electric cables, stereos, power tools, clocks, hand tools and scrap metal. No households batteries, lightbulbs, or items containing Freon will be accepted. Appliances that have had the Freon drained will be accepted.

Volunteers will unload items from resident’s vehicles. Most items will be received at no charge; however, a fee will be assessed for all TVs and CRT Monitors. Payments can be made with cash or personal check the day of the event. For questions, please contact Kimberly at the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282.

From Seed to Harvest at the DeKalb County Community Gardens
2024-06-15 09:30 - 11:00 | DeKalb County Community Gardens, 2475 Bethany Road, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Looking to lend a helping hand? DeKalb County Community Gardens needs your help in the garden! Exercise your green thumb by helping your community.Tour the garden, taste veggies and herbs, and volunteer in the DeKalb County Community Gardens/Northwestern Medicine Garden assisting with:Watering plantsSeeding and planting veggiesHarvesting for DCCG DistributionWeedingThe garden is a 1.5-acre growing space at 2475 Bethany Road in Sycamore, a community garden space managed by DeKalb County Community Gardens. In 2023, over 2,000lbs. of fresh produce were harvested for DCCG distribution. The vegetables we harvest are shared with neighbors throughout the entire county.This program is open to all ages. No registration is required. Please wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty, and close-toed shoes.For more information, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or call (815)-756-9568 ext. 1700.

Juneteenth Celebration
2024-06-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The second annual Juneteenth community celebration will be held at Hopkins Park in DeKalb on June 15 from 12-4 p.m. Join the celebration for social services information, Black vendors, food, music, basketball mini games with prizes, Black history trivia, games, and more!

UFO Expert Sam Maranto Presentation
2024-06-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Malta Historical Society, 127 N 3rd St., Malta, Illinois, 60150
Join the Malta Township Public Library for a lively and engaging discussion with Sam Maranto, Director and Investigative Researcher for the Illinois Mutual UFO Network (MUFON). This presentation will cover a historical overview, ufology, local sightings, recent developments, and will be out-of-this-world. Everyone is welcome!

Sam Maranto is a UFO investigator, and currently the state director for the Illinois chapter of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON). He has been involved with many important UFO cases in the area, including mass sighting cases over Tinley Park, Rockford, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport. These cases involve mass sightings of circular and triangular craft by hundreds of people, including police officers, pilots, airline personnel, and more. Sam will talk about how he got involved with UFO research, which started with his own incredible experiences, and the great cases he has investigated over the years.

Blooze Brothers at Warehouse on Park
2024-06-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
The Blooze Brothers will be performing at Warehouse on Park on June 15th from 7:00pm-10:00pm. More information is available on the Warehouse on Park website.

Father's Day Birdie Brunch
2024-06-16 10:00 | River Heights Golf Course, 1020 Sharon Dr, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Make your dad’s day a special one with golf and brunch! Enjoy a day of fun and bonding on the course. Pre-registration is required for brunch at dekalbparkdistrict.com. Then, book tee time through golfdekalb.com or by calling River Heights at (815) 758-1550.

Brunch 10:00 am – 12:00 pmDads eat for FREE! (pre-registration required)$15 per additional brunch guest

SlaveGarden at Warehouse on Park
2024-06-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
SlaveGarden will be performing at Warehouse on Park on Father’s Day, June 16th from 12:00pm-3:00pm. More information is available on the Warehouse on Park website.

Food Truck Tuesday at Blumen Gardens
2024-06-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Join Blumen Gardens for an evening of gastronomic delights. With a rotating lineup of food trucks, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Plus, enjoy the enchanting tunes of live music while you dine al fresco.

Johnny K's Cruise Nights
2024-06-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Johnny K’s, 125 Duvick Ave, Sandwich, Illinois, 60548, United States
Johnny K’s Cruise Nights season kicks off May 7th and will run every other Tuesday through October 22nd! All shows are 100% free. Each driver will get a discount to Johnny K’s for the evening!

DeKalb Municipal Band Concert
2024-06-18 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-06-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Dee Palmer Bandshell in Hopkins Park • FREE!

Join the DeKalb Park District for the 170th season of DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts on select Tuesday nights this summer!Visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar for featured vocalists and more concert details. No concert on Tuesday, July 2, but join them for the Star-Spangled Spectacular on July 4 in Hopkins Park as part of the annual Fourth of July Celebration!

June 11 – Opening Night! Vocalist: Gavin Wilson

June 18 – Vocalist: Jill McCormick

June 25 – A Trip to the Theater – Vocalist: Maureen Christine

July 4 – The Star Spangled Spectacular – Vocalist: Christine Monteiro

July 9 – Vocalist: Mark Robinson

July 16 – Vocalist: Jordan Pedigo

July 23 – Cinemagic – Vocalist: Terri Goodman

July 30 – Vocalist: Bethany Brewer

August 6 – A Musical Journey – Vocalist: Gregor King

August 13 – Vocalist: Deanna Tausch

August 20 – Closing night – Vocalist: Zachary Harris

Movie in the Park
2024-06-21 20:00 | Knights Park, Sandwich, Illinois, 1001 N Latham St, Sandwich, IL 60548, Sandwich, IL, 60548, United States
Movie in the Park is back this summer! These events are free to attend, so be sure to mark your calendars and bring the whole family out for a fun night at Knights Park!

Concessions open at 7pm. This is a community event for all ages.

Movies start at dusk:

June 21st – The Super Mario Bros Movie

July 19th – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem

August 16th – The Sandlot (at Memorial Park, 601 S. Green St.)

The Rocky Horror Picture Show
2024-06-21 20:00 - 22:30 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Featuring the live shadow cast of “Irrational Masters”. The Rocky Horror Picture Show is an outrageous assemblage of the most stereo-typed science fiction movies, Marvel comics, Frankie Avalon/Annette Funicello outings and rock ‘n’ roll of every vintage. Running through the story is the sexual confusion of two middle American Ike Age kids confronted by the complications of the decadent morality of the 70’s, represented in the person of the mad ‘doctor’ Frank N Furter, a transvestite from the planet Transexual in the galaxy of Transylvania. Rated R – FOR MATURE AUDIENCES.GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET PRICE – $17

Props that are NOT allowed are: lighters, candles or flames of any kind, large water guns, toast, hot dogs, or prunes.

Prop kits will be available for purchase in the lobby before the show. Prop kits are $7 and include everything allowed. Cash, card, and contactless pay accepted.

After-hours Concert: Misspent Youth
2024-06-22 18:30 - 19:30 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Traditional bluegrass at its best! The DeKalb Public Library welcomes Misspent Youth for an after-hours concert in the library’s main lobby.

On guitar is Dave “DK” Kolars, a long-time DeKalb fixture in the music scene. He’s played solo and in bands since 1966, and has played all over the area. He plays guitar, dobro, lap steel, and Hawaiian lap steel, sings all the parts, and loves to tell bad jokes. He’s one of the founders of the Northern Illinois Bluegrass Association (NIBA), and loves all kinds of music.

On banjo is Dale Ludewig, long-time DeKalb resident and owner of Woodworks for the past 50 years. Dale makes cabinets, furniture, and musical instruments, playing instruments that he built. (He’s the one in the fancy shirt.) DK & Dale go back to about 1968, and have been in several bands together over the years.

Holding down the bottom end on bass, keeping the band in the groove, is Mike Warfel, from Sandwich, IL. Mike has played bass and guitar for decades, and is well-known in the Fox Valley area. A veteran of many rock bands over the years, he, like DK & Dale, was a member of the Red Berry Elders and played regularly at local venues. DK & Mike were members of The Wacky Keys Hawaiian band as well.

The band does traditional bluegrass, and loves to rediscover forgotten songs, those songs that slipped away over the years and need rescuing. They are known for their harmonies, and love to play!

This free concert is open to all ages. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the music begins at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required.

For more information, contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or (815)-756-9568 ext. 1700.

Forever Flannel at Warehouse on Park
2024-06-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Forever Flannel will be performing at Warehouse on Park on June 22nd from 7:00pm-10:00pm. More information is available on the Warehouse on Park website.

Movies in the Park
2024-06-22 20:00 | Chamberlain Park, 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Come out to Chamberlain Park to enjoy a movie for free under the stars!

Movies start at dusk.

June 22nd – Luca

July 27 – Wonka

Open Barn Day at Glidden Homestead
2024-06-23 12:00 - 16:00 | Glidden Historical Center, 921 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
From noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center’s Open Barn Day will give visitors a unique chance to see the inside of the historic barn where “The Winner” barbed wire was invented and initially manufactured.

Admission is $5 for adults; children younger than 14 and homestead members are admitted free.

The barn, located at 921 W. Lincoln Highway in DeKalb, is perhaps the most historically significant in the country, according to historic preservationist Roger Keys, because it is where Glidden invented and manufactured the first practical barbed wire. Keys, who has done much work on the Homestead house and barn, will give tours every half hour starting at noon.

BARN TOURS EVERY HALF HOUR STARTING AT NOONHOUSE TOURS AT 12:30 and 2:30 PMCRAFT FOR CHILDREN PROVIDEDBLACKSMITHING DEMOS ALL DAY
